Yakushi Ski Area
About Yakushi Ski Area
A nostalgic, family-focused hillside getaway known for its gentle terrain and deep Niigata snow within the Uonuma rice country.
Highlights
- Retro local vibe
- Deep powder snow
- Family-friendly slopes
- Uonuma rice heritage
Key Facts
- Altitude: 136m
- Top lift: 257m
- Ski pistes: 1.5km
- Ski lifts: 1
- Lakes nearby: 4
- Mountain huts: 1
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Yakushi Ski Area
- Today: 16 to 25 °C, clear sky, 12 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 4520 m (4370 to 4770 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | 16 / 25 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 16 / 22 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 13 / 21 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 13 / 22 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 3 h sun |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 13 / 25 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 5 h sun |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 17 / 20 °C | rain showers | dry | 2 h sun |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 14 / 21 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 14 / 19 °C | drizzle | dry | 5 h sun |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 12 / 23 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 12 / 22 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
Things to do in Yakushi Ski Area
Hikes nearby — Yakushi Ski Area (1)
1 curated hiking trails around Yakushi Ski Area, sourced from OpenStreetMap and enriched with distance, elevation gain and difficulty.
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Getting to Yakushi Ski Area
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Niigata Airport (KIJ), 81 km away, about 1h24 by road
Where to stay in Yakushi Ski Area
5 places to stay for a night on 2026-09-25, from 198 EUR per night, median 214 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the Yakushi Ski Area page.